Application to Study in Canada:

Study Permit:
This application is for those people who are outside Canada who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada and who wish to study temporarily in Canada. A study permit is issued if the application is accepted.

A temporary resident visa to visit Canada may also be required. Check the list of countries and territories whose citizens need a visa.

For a Research program you may need a work permit.

What courses do not require a study permit?

A study permit is not required for:

• Any program of study that is 6 months or less that can be finished within the period authorized upon entry into Canada;
• Courses that are not academic, professional or vocational in nature that can be completed within the period authorized upon entry into Canada;
  
• courses included in tour packages as a secondary activity for tourists; and
  
• Nursery schools or kindergartens.
  

Yet if you do not require a study permit for a 6 month or less course, it is a good idea to apply for a permit before you come to Canada. If you make a decision that you wish for to continue your studies in another course after you complete your short-term course or program, you must apply through a Canadian visa office outside Canada for a study permit if you do not already have one.

• Guide (PDF 270 KB)
• Application for a Study Permit (PDF 225 KB)
  
• Legal Declaration of Common-Law Union (PDF 94 KB)
  
• Use of a Representative (PDF 56 KB)  
  
• Document Checklist (PDF 30 KB)  
  
• Processing Fee
  

Before You Apply
Before you can apply for a study permit, you must have been accepted at a recognized school, university or college in Canada.

Who Can Apply For This Visa?
This link provides information about the requirements you must meet before applying to study in Canada.

How to Apply
Find out how to apply, where to get application forms and guides, and what documents to provide with your application.

After Applying
Information is provided on your application position and other steps you may need to take, such as getting a medical examination or security check.

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After Arriving
Find out what to do when you arrive in Canada.

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Expend your Visa
Information is available here on the requirements you must meet and steps you must take if you want to stay longer in Canada.

Your Questions are here

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